11-Day Ireland road trip from Dublin to Galway, Killarney, and Kilkenny

Your road trip adventure in Ireland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Dublin. You’ll stay in Dublin for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Dublin has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Ha'penny Bridge. This attraction is a footbridge and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,192 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin, FX Buckley Steakhouse Temple Bar. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,660 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin is PHX Bistro. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Locals recommend The Vintage Kitchen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.

Dublin also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dublin is Shouk. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,608 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Dublin is The Temple Bar Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,491 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Brazen Head. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,980 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Ireland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Dublin has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Dublin by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Dublin. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Dublin, like the extraordinary Phoenix Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,056 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Dublin is the spectacular Guinness Storehouse. This attraction is a tourist attraction and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,823 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing St Patrick's Cathedral. This anglican or episcopal cathedral has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,815 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Dublin.

Your discovery of Dublin does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Dublin on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Ireland, be sure to eat at Chapter One Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 849 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Dublin is the popular Mr Fox. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 690 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Dublin is The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,719 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Church Café, Late Bar & Restaurant is one of the best bars in the city of Dublin for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,779 customers.

Porterhouse Temple Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,884 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Dublin is Light House Cinema. Light House Cinema has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,744 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Dublin!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Ireland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Dublin. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Galway. You’ll stay in Galway for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Dublin’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Dublin, start your day with a visit to the amazing Book of Kells. This much-appreciated codex and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,007 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology. This national museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,172 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology welcomes 370,965 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular St Stephen's Green to make the most of your road trip across Ireland. The spectacular St Stephen's Green is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 29,325 visitors.

The lovely Dublin Castle is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 31,135 visitors have left this best-rated sightseeing destination average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular National Botanic Gardens. This attraction is a botanical garden rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 15,536 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Dublin has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Galway. Galway offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Ard Bia at Nimmos. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,099 reviews.

The remarkable The Quay Street Kitchen is another top restaurant in Galway we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,029 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Esquires - The Organic Coffee Co (Eyre Square) is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Galway, the fantastic O'Connor's Famous Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,806 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Tigh Chóilí. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,662 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is O'Connell's Bar Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Ireland!

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Galway, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Galway.

Today you'll explore the city of Galway. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway. This incredible attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,467 visitors.

Eyre Square is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Galway. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,014 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Galway is The Latin Quarter. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,073 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Spanish Arch. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,733 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Galway City Museum. This city museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,211 visitors. Galway City Museum hosts around 161,558 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Galway.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway, like Scotty's Burgers & Wings, Galway, Ireland. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 616 customers.

OSTERIA da Simone : Italian restaurant & pizzeria is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Galway. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 588 customers.

Locals enjoy Zappis Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Galway. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 505 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Galway, Caribou. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 979 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like A Púcán. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,188 customers.

The Front Door Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,692 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Galway, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Galway.

Today you'll explore the city of Ballinasloe Municipal District. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Connemara National Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,608 visitors.

Walled Victorian Garden is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ballinasloe Municipal District. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,302 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Ballinasloe Municipal District is Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden. This amazing attraction is a cafe and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,480 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Dunguaire Castle. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,844 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Galway.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Galway, like The Kings Head Bistro. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,233 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Galway, The Skeff Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,056 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Quays Bar and Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,514 customers.

The Dáil Bar Galway is another of the best bars in the city of Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,040 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Ireland. Today, you'll wake up in Galway and embark on a scenic drive to Killarney, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Galway before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Galway. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Aillwee Cave. This attraction is a show cave that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,872 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Poulnabrone dolmen. This attraction, a beloved dolmen, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,933 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Galway is the stunning Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,299 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable King John's Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,569 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cronins Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 950 customers.

Locals also recommend Bricín Restaurant and Boxty House, another of the best restaurants in Killarney. Bricín Restaurant and Boxty House is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 626 customers.

After dinner, visit John M. Reidy to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Killarney, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,292 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Celtic Whiskey Bar & Larder. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Celtic Whiskey Bar & Larder has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 766 customers.

Murphys Bar, Restaurant & Townhouse Killarney is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,665 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Ireland, and look forward to more great days to come!

You still have 2 nights left in Killarney.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Torc Mountain. This incredible attraction is a mountain and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,583 visitors.

Killarney National Park is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,542 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Muckross House. This amazing attraction is a house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,269 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Ross Castle. This castle and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,044 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Conor Pass. This mountain pass is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,645 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Killarney.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Killarney, like Khao Asian Street Food. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Salvadors & Robertinos Killarney is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Killarney. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 980 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Killarney, The Laurels Pub & Restaurant. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Porterhouse Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,244 customers.

Killarney Brewing Company is another of the best bars in the city of Killarney. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!

You still have 1 night left in Killarney.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Jameson Distillery Midleton. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,523 visitors.

Titanic Experience Cobh is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,040 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Killarney.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Killarney, like Rob's Ranch House Killarney. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 881 customers.

Café Du Parc is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Killarney. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 533 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Killarney, Paddy Sheehan The Grand Bar & Niteclub. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like O'Connors Traditional Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

Hannigans Bar, Restaurant & Rooftop Balcony is another of the best bars in the city of Killarney. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 608 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Ireland!

You’ll stay in Kilkenny for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Cork today is Regional Park Ballincollig. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,109 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Blarney Castle & Gardens, an outstanding park, in the city of Cork. Around 10,638 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Ireland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Ireland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Regional Park Ballincollig for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,109 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,638 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Cahir Castle. This attraction, a stunning castle, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,990 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Rock of Cashel. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,334 travelers, the magnificent Rock of Cashel is clearly one of the top sights in the area.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Kilkenny.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Kilkenny, Petronella Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 640 customers.

Locals recommend Butcher Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kilkenny. Butcher Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kilkenny is Paris Texas Bar and Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,225 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Kilkenny, Tynans Bridge House Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Matt The Millers Bar & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,409 customers.

Kytelers Inn is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Kilkenny. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,411 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Ireland with a toast!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Kilkenny Castle. This attraction is a schloss country house museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,284 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Kilkenny Castle. This schloss country house museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,609 visitors.

The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Ireland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Ireland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Ireland’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Wicklow Mountains National Park for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,553 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Powerscourt Waterfall. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,206 visitors, this waterfall deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Powerscourt House & Gardens. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,337 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Dublin.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try O'Donoghues Bar, one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,110 customers.

Locals also recommend Lemon Jelly Cafe as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dublin. Lemon Jelly Cafe is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,104 customers.

After dinner, visit The Old Storehouse Bar and Restaurant, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,719 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Stags Head. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,691 customers.

Alternatively, The Celt is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Dublin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,507 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Ireland!

Day 11 of your road trip in Ireland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Dublin before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Molly Malone Statue is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dublin. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,653 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Dublin and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Ireland.

You’ll then say farewell to Dublin. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Ireland!